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Week of 6/12/17

Posted June 12, 2017

Monday

500 Meter Row (sprint): 4 rounds

Rest 1 minute after each 500 M

Wednesday

Ring Dips (scale with box): 4 sets x 10 reps

Banded Tricep Extensions: 3 sets x 20 reps

Skull Crushers (Dumbbells): 4 sets x 10 reps

Friday

Hammer Curls (Dumbbells): 4 sets x 10 reps

Straight Bar Curls (Barbell): 4 sets x 12 reps

Heavy Farmer’s Holds (Dumbbells): :45 on/:15 off x 5 rounds

Week of 6/5/17

Posted June 4, 2017

Monday

Single Leg Deadlifts (DB’s): 4 sets x 10 reps

Good Mornings (w/ barbell): 4 sets x 12 reps

Calf Raises (DB’s): 3 sets x 20 reps

Wednesday

Strict Leg Raises: 4 sets x 10 reps (no swing, go to where you can be consistent– hip, elbows, or full range of motion)

Russian Twists (Slam Ball): 3 sets x 30 reps

Weighted V-ups (Slam Ball): 4 sets x 12 reps

Friday

Chin-ups: 4 sets x 10 reps

Hammer Curls (DB’s): 4 sets x 8 reps (heavy reps)

Chest Flys (DB’s): 4 sets x 12 reps

Athlete of the Month: Faith Scheibe

Posted June 1, 2017

 

Congratulations to Faith for being named Athlete of the Month for June! Faith consistently puts in two-a-days with Cycling and Endurance/RivFit!

1. What made you decide to join the Riv?

  • I wanted to try something different – had been a member of the YMCA and it just wasn’t cutting it.  There’s a different feel at the Riv that really motivates me!

2. How has RIV Athletics helped you reach some of your fitness goals?

  • My passion is backpacking and before I got serious at the Riv, my treks were filled with struggles – mostly physical.  Since I’ve gotten into better shape, backpacking is so much more enjoyable.  I went for a solo hike a month ago – that was probably the best trip of my life!!
3. What has been your favorite workout? What have you improved on most?
  • Favorite workouts:  RivFit, Endurance, & Sprint!  I know I’m improving when the 10 lbs dumbbells became too light & I needed to increase!!
4. What is your favorite part of the Riv?
  • I love that I’m constantly encouraged by the coaches – to do the best that I can, to push myself further.  It doesn’t matter that I’m not one of the many elite athletes at the Riv, they treat everyone with respect, encouragement, & enthusiastic support -even us beginners & novices!!  I have always felt welcomed!!

Week of 5/29/17

Posted May 26, 2017

TUESDAY

Weighted V-ups: 4 sets x 10 reps
Russian Twists w/ Plate: 4 sets x 30 reps
L- Sit Hold: 4 sets of :30 on/:30 off

WEDNESDAY

Ring/Box Dips: 4 sets x 12 reps
Tricep DB Extension: 4 sets x 14 reps
Ring Rows: Tabata: 8 rounds- :20 on/:10 off

FRIDAY

EMOTM x 15
Minute 1- :45 Squat hold
Minute 2- :45 Plank hold
Minute 3- 14 Box Jumps

Battle at the Board- Ronald McDonald House of Delaware

Posted May 23, 2017

We are so excited to announce our charity of choice this year will be the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware! In 1991, they opened up to provide families with a safe, comfortable, affordable place to stay while their children received treatment at nearby hospitals. In the 26 years since opening, they have expanded services to include relaxing Family Rooms in 3 Delaware hospitals, a meal program that utilizes volunteer groups to prepare dinner 365 days/year, shuttle services for errands and recreation, and a ton of passes to local establishments for families to enjoy their time here as much as possible given the circumstances.

The House’s proximity to Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children keeps the 50 guest rooms occupied at high rates with families from across the United States and around the world.

· Shortest stay: 1 night

· Longest stay: 2+ years

· Families served in 2016: 2,103

· Operating cost: $72 per room per night

· Average family contribution: $4.28 per night

This is why donations and fundraisers are so important for us to be able to keep families close to their loved ones in the hospital! To donate, please see the front desk!

Week of 5/22/17

Posted May 18, 2017

Monday

Straight Leg Deadlifts (dumbbells): 4 sets x 14 reps
Split Squat (dumbbells): 4 sets x 16 reps (8 each leg)
Calf Raises (dumbbells): 4 sets x 20 reps

Wednesday

Seated Strict Press (dumbbells): 4 sets x 12 reps
Bench Press (pyramid going up in weight, down in reps/use same weight when going back up): 10, 8, 6, 4, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 reps
Lateral Raises (dumbbells): 4 sets x 8 reps

Friday

“Strict Pull-up Work”
Ring Rows: 4 sets x 10 reps
Strict Pull-ups (scale with or without a band to make reps unbroken): 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4 Reps
Bent Over Rows (dumbbells): 4 sets x 8 reps

Week of 5/15/17

Posted May 14, 2017

Monday

  • Bent Over Rows 3 x 10 (Overhand Grip) – Squeeze the lats, do not let the bar touch the ground. Start around knee area.
  • Bent Over Rows (Underhand Grip) 3 x 10 – Bend at waist, start around knee area. Come up to belly button, do not let bar touch the ground.
  • Dumbbell Shoulder Press 3 x 10 – Sets should all be working sets, heavy.
  • Ring Rows 3 x 12 – Do not let body drop, and keep in straight line. Pull to chest area.

**Sets x Reps**

Wednesday

  • Upright Rows 3 x 10 – Wide grip snatch grip, bar starts at hip or upper thigh area and pull to higher chest area.
  • Heavy Barbell Shrugs 5 x 15- Shoulders to Ears holding for at least 2 seconds.
  • Barbell Curls 3 x 10- Make sure elbows are in and allow no swing.

Friday

  • 8 minutes to work on HSPU progressions.
    • If you cannot perform handstands, perform 2 wall climbs every minute x 8 minutes.
    • If you are able to perform handstands, do a handstand hold for :30 on / :30 off x 8 minutes.
    • If you have HSPU, pick a number you can maintain and do strict– EMOM x 8 minutes.